60 Years Of The Court Of Appeal
On this week’s You and the Law, we’re getting into some history and looking at the Court of Appeal’s 60 years of service to Jamaica’s judicial system.
Presented by:
Jermi-Lee Nelson
You and the Law
Provides general legal information, information on existing legislation as well as bills before the houses of parliament. Aired on Saturdays
Aired On: October 4, 2025 | Produced By: Jayda Francis
Career Talk – Jamaica Cyber Youth Empowerment Academy Launched
The Office of the Prime Minister in collaboration with the Ministry of National Security and Peace, and the Organization of American States (OAS), with funding support from the Government of Canada on Monday launched the Jamaica Cyber Youth Empowerment Academy. This initiative gives 30 young...
Presented by:
Sheryl Johnson Hamilton
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New Road Traffic Act Approved With Amendments
On this week’s You and the Law, the long-awaited new Road Traffic Act and it’s regulations are one step closer to enactment following the recent approval of the Act by the Senate.
Presented by:
Jermi-Lee Nelson
Jamaica National Heritage Trust Act
On this week’s You and the Law, we’re looking at the Jamaica National Heritage Trust Act and the legal process for having a site or location declared a National Monument.
Presented by:
Jermi-Lee Nelson
Work Advanced On New Bail Act
On this week’s You and the Law, a new Bail Act is being drafted for tabling in parliament later this year by the Ministry of Legal and Constitutional Affairs. We’ll share what we know about the legislation so far.
Presented by:
Jermi-Lee Nelson
The Death Penalty
On this week’s You and the Law, we’re looking at a divisive part of Jamaica’s criminal justice system that has entered the public discourse yet again. We’re talking about the Death Penalty and where Jamaica stands legally on the practice.
Presented by:
Jermi-Lee Nelson
Do Not Pay Justices of The Peace
On this week’s edition of You and the Law, we’re looking at why you shouldn’t pay Justices of the Peace (JPs) for their services, and what you should do if a JP asks for payment in exchange for their services.
Presented by:
Jermi-Lee Nelson
Restorative Justice Being Rolled Out In Schools
On this week’s edition of You and the Law, we’re look at the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Ministries of Justice and Education & Youth for the promotion of the National Restorative Justice programme in schools across the country.
Presented by:
Jermi-Lee Nelson
Manslaughter or Murder? (Part 2)
On this week’s edition of You and the Law, we’re continuing our look at the differences and similarities between the criminal charges for manslaughter and murder under Jamaican legislation.
Presented by:
Jermi-Lee Nelson